"I'm here." Simon's face scrunched up in an unhappy grumble. He couldn't help questioning the choices he made that day. Simon looked up in grievance, tears almost pooling in his eyes. He can't help thinking that he's about to become a father overnight! When he got back home, he had to call Dad and Mom Simon to thank them for not giving him a younger brother…No!Simon quickly shook his head. Dad and Mom Simon's children will definitely be well-behaved and cute and will be miles different from that brat he was about to meet.Simon raised his hand to knock on the door of the presidential suite, expecting the petrified Prothero to open it, but before he could...An anxious Prothero opened the door with a blank expression on his face that revealed no bit of fear.Leisurely, Prothero took a glance at Simon. "Where's my meal?" He inquired straightforwardly.After drinking that much wine on an empty stomach and not taking a bite of anything that day, Prothero's stomach was light, and he was
Even though dinner had ended pleasantly despite the unhappy beginning, that hadn't swayed Simon's decision to return to the mansion that evening. Simon checked the time, and it was 22 minutes past eight. Great! None of the boys would've fallen asleep now. Simon drank a glass of water and elegantly stood up. Simon's hunger had been satisfied, but Simon could see that it wasn't the same with Prothero. Simon had been observing Prothero once in a while, and he noticed the boy eating slowly while looking deep in thought as if he were thinking about something heavy. "I'm leaving," Simon announced, and he began to leave the dining room directly without waiting for Prothero's response. "Simon." Prothero suddenly called and neatly placed his cutlery on an empty dish. "En?" Simon stopped in his tracks and turned to look at Prothero. Immediately, Prothero's expression turned pale, and he pointed toward the dining room entrance. "Did you see that person?" Prothero susurrated in a shaky a
Simon rubbed his eyes leisurely and turned slightly before continuing to sleep, his hands clutching the blanket tighter.Suddenly, a thought came to his mind, and he sprang up immediately. His eyes flew wide open, devoid of sleep.Simon's eyes widened slightly in shock. Right at that moment, he discovered that he was on the bed, sleeping next to Prothero!What happened? How did he wake up on the bed when he sat on the chair? He doesn't sleepwalk!“Big. Big brother Simon, are you awake?” A slightly husky, deep voice spoke next to Simon's ear with a frown. The person's hot breath spilled on Simon's ear, causing Simon's ears to be dyed red.Simon jumped slightly in shock and turned to Prothero.Prothero, who was rubbing his eyes while yawning, undoubtedly looked cute yet wild. He's the type every lady will undoubtedly choose in a man.Simon blushed slightly out of shame. He had slept on the sofa; why had he woken next to Prothero?In the next minute, Simon's embarrassed expression turned
"Ah!" A bored sigh spilled past Michael's lips again. He turned on the chair and wrapped the duvet closer around his body. "Ahhh!" Michael winced out in pain immediately. He turned, and he began to gently rub his painful waist.Michael's face scrunched up in an unhappy frown. "That Xavier jerk is too much! He had gone too far!" Michael, who was unable to take it anymore, seethed and sat up, wincing.His mind was wandering so chaotically that he was unable to pay attention to the rom-com drama that was playing on TV.Well, how could it?Ever since Michael and Xavier had reconciled, poor doctor Michael was locked inside the suite by Xavier with deep warnings not to take a step out of the suite.Although the suite wasn't locked and no guards were safeguarding Michael from outside, the deep warnings left by Xavier always rang in Michael's ears whenever he planned to go against Xavier's warning.But now how could poor doctor Michael take it any longer? He wanted to go to work. He wanted t
A surging and intensely anxious feeling suddenly overwhelmed Xavier. Even when nothing is going wrong, the surging feeling continues to take root in his heart and begins to spread around his whole heart, making him breathless for a few minutes.Xavier raised his hand and slowly made his way to touch his chest, which his heart was heavily thrumming against. A deep frown settled on Xavier's face immediately.Perhaps it was because Michael departed for three years, but Xavier was always sensitive when it came to Michael. And now his intuition is screaming that something is wrong somewhere.Almost every hour, Xavier will have a video call with Michael to keep him company and not make him bored.Even if Xavier forgot to call Michael, an indignant Michael would voice-call Xavier immediately to scold him about how Xavier had locked up Michael against his will but still wouldn't care to chat Michael out or bother with how Michael was faring, but...It's been two and a half hours since Xavier
"Boss, the mansion is ready." A trusted aide revealed with a bow as soon as he stepped into Xavier's office, mansion keys in his hand.Immediately, Xavier checked his wristwatch, and he discovered that there were three and a half hours left before he closed off work, but...Upon sweeping a faint gaze at the almost completed documents lying on the table, Xavier decided at that moment that dumping work at this time didn't matter.After all, he's almost done working on the documents. Moreover, Xavier hadn't heard from Michael since he left home that morning, and he really missed Michael."En," Xavier responded without lifting his head from his laptop. His fingers quickly typed on the keyboard in a bid to save his files, power off, and shut his laptop.It was after a while that Xavier was done packing his things up. Xavier wore his unique mask, picked up his suitcase, and collected the mansion key from his trusted aide before walking out of the office.The instant Xavier got into his car,
Zenos indifferently leaned back, his exquisite, long fingers twirling an expensive, limited edition pen.Zenos' eyes suddenly fell on Xavier, whose brows were furrowed in anxiety yet still feigning composure."What did you do? Why'd he run away?" Zenos shot Xavier a cold look. His cold aura is on full display toward this engaged partner of Michael, who came out of nowhere to steal Michael away!Zenos and his friends knew Michael wasn't the type to run around. After all, if Michael were the type, in the three years he was in Green City, he would have chosen to cause trouble by being everywhere instead of locking himself up at work.Michael would rather work than go out to play, so why would Michael suddenly run away from the suite if Xavier was innocent? None of them believed that Xavier didn't have a hand in it. Xavier must have done something bad, and that must be the reason Michael ran away!Xavier revealed a tight-lipped smile, understanding what their gaze meant.His eyes fell on
The cold aura oozing out of Xavier almost made Michael shrink into the car seat.There are still two hours left before Xavier's normal time; how come Xavier knew Michael was missing? Did Xavier arrive early, or was there a bodyguard tracing him that Michael didn't know about?Even if Michael tried to stay calm, he couldn't! Xavier had caught Michael in such an ambiguous position with another man who wouldn't be annoyed?The only reason one's partner won't be annoyed is if they don't have love in their relationship, but they do! Besides, Xavier is a person who likes eating vinegar!Michael silently and fearfully gulped down the saliva forming in his mouth.He took a glance at Xavier's cold and dark face, and he quickly looked away before he was caught watching by the driving man.Michael clenched his shirt in nervousness and fearfully stretched his hand toward Xavier. "Xav, I...""Quiet!" Xavier's indignant voice sounded like thunder in Michael's ears.Michael jumped slightly, and he s
Zenos pushed the door and strode into the room calmly. His lips curved up, and he shut the door behind them. The boy had been so sure of trapping Zenos with his plans so much that the boy didn’t bother to shut the door tonight. Only if the boy knew how much Zenos took precautions! Zenos gently sat next to the boy; his soft eyes landed on Hayden's adorable and pure sleeping face. Hayden sleeping like this made him appear so free, pure, and untainted by the world's darkness. It made Zenos want to protect the boy from any harm.Zenos' lips curved up upon recalling the boy’s naughty antics from earlier. His hand fell on the boy’s hair, and he softly brushed Hayden’s hair with his hand. Zenos’s lips curved upward, and a light chuckle spilled past his lips, "How'd you get the mind to torture me, babe?" The boy should have known that riling Zenos’ desire would make Hayden wake up with increasing pain. However, the boy has always been naughty; who knows if the boy enjoys the… Suddenly, H
Hayden's eyes flew wide open, and he made an attempt to stretch his body, but in the next second, tears slipped past his eyes, and he stared at the ceiling. Why does his hand ache so much? Ah! What's wrong with his body again? It’s really too much! Hayden slowly but achingly walked towards his phone. However, by the time Hayden checked his phone, he was completely shocked… Hayden could remember that he left his phone charging last night, but how come his phone is completely turned off right now? Not only was the charging socket off but his phone's battery was completely shut down. His phone battery isn't the type to drain for no reason! A wicked grin immediately crept onto Hayden's lips. Something is extremely fishy. Now, he doesn't believe that Zenos is truly innocent. Tonight, he'll change his plan. Let's see if Zenos will be able to hide again! Hayden smirked evilly, the plan on how to catch Zenos pervading his mind. He should have expected that his plan was childish in the b
Hayden drowsily stretched his arms and yawned leisurely. His hand flew towards his eyes, and he leisurely rubbed his eyes.His eyes flew wide open, and he evaluated himself. It seems falling asleep is the best health treatment. His arms and body feel so much better after sleeping.Hayden's finger landed on his lips, and he slowly stroked them. It's just that his lips don't seem to go with the flow and still remain the same from when he woke up in the morning.However, everything feels so great. Suddenly, Hayden paused, and his eyes shone with an enigmatic glint.The ointment seems to work despite Zeno teasing his chest.Hayden immediately became energetic, and he sat up while stretching actively. He could probably do some painting, or he could just tease Zenos too…Definitely teasing Zenos.Even though Zenos' expression shows innocence, Hayden doesn't fall for it, and he believes that his situation can only be none other than Zenos' handiwork. After all, who could step into the room i
Hayden's eyes flew wide open, and he leisurely yawned, “Ha… Ahh. Ahh. Ahh. It hurts.” Hayden's leisure yawns were immediately replaced with a pitiful cry and teary eyes. Hayden sucked in a cold breath and evaluated his aching body. He slept fine last night. Why does his whole body ache now? Especially his red dots, which felt as if they had been sucked sore. Ah! His hand feels so heavy too. This feeling feels like whenever he used his hand to help Zenos. Ahem. Hayden almost smacked himself. How could he have such naughty thoughts at such a serious time? “Ahhh!” Hayden let out a pitiful cry upon using his aching hand to mistakenly touch his stiff and sore red dots.This feels so unusual. Very unusual! And very painful. Immediately, Hayden's eyes landed on the bed. Did Zenos come in? Hayden took a glance at the door, and he immediately rejected the idea. Judging by how everything seemed fine the way he left it before he fell asleep, it could be seen that Zenos didn't step into t
Silence fell immediately, but in the next second, Zenos' broke into a peal of sarcastic laughter, cruelly poking into Xavier's wound. He fell silent in the next second and asked, “Why?” Xavier leaned forward and truthfully replied, his eyes filled with regret. “Dealing with business and failing to return for weeks.” Oh. Zenos fell silent, and his eyes fell on the beautiful city view, his expression deep and enigmatic and his thoughts unfathomable. "How?" A rueful smile appeared on Xavier's face, and he ran his hands through his hair. "On a business trip that was supposed to take three days, I ended up spending two weeks. Every day coaxing and promising to return the next day.” And when he finally arrived at the mansion a few hours ago, Xavier made his return a surprise. The man had eagerly kissed him, jumped on him, and attended to him well while acting clingy, leaving no trace of suspicion in Xavier's mind. Who knew that when Xavier was about to step into the room and hug the
Hayden puckered his lips and rolled around on the bed. He sighed heavily and tightly clutched the pillow. Hayden is certain that Zenos will feel bad for not being able to cuddle with him, right? Especially when Zenos thought about not being able to kiss and touch Hayden for three days. Zenos had always been touchy and couldn't do without kissing the boy, hugging him, etc. Hehe. Serves Zenos right! Suddenly, Hayden's eyes shone, and he giggled. Zenos, that person has always been strict when it comes to Hayden. Seeing Zenos nervous and the tide switching. Hayden inexplicably feels good, and his illusionary tail hangs high into the clouds. Serves Zenos right. Hmph. Zenos won't only be missing Hayden, but he won't be able to act touchy or bully him for three days! The more Hayden thought like this, the more eager he was to experience these three days. Hayden leisurely rubbed his eyes and yawned. He slipped into the bedcover and covered himself. Soon, his eyes shut, and he f
The sensor-activated range hood and air purifiers already began to operate after detecting the exuding smoke. Due to the fact that he had returned to the study, Zenos hadn't heard the timer finish its timer countdown, so the oven continued to work. Zenos pulled open the oven, and his expression changed upon seeing the Turducken's current state. The expected crispy brown turkey is now burnt and dark, its edges slightly blackened. A sense of dread hit Zenos immediately. The boy already warned Zenos not to mess things up, or else he'll be really infuriated. The boy's infuriated expression immediately appeared in Zenos' mind, and his heart sank. If the turkey skin is burnt, then the inside…Zenos grabbed a knife and sliced the turkey, clearly hoping that the damage was minimal. His expression slipped upon noticing that the turkey meat was dry around the edges, its moisture beginning to evaporate. The outer layer of the duck is overcooked and drier than it should be. However, th
The Heart product that the sweet tongue Hayden was completely obsessed with was a completely new product and brand Zenos created solely because of Hayden's sweet tongue. Months ago, when Zenos first presented the new product to the shareholders, the product idea was completely opposed by a lot of shareholders. After all, the company has always done something different, so why would their company stoop so low to do something risky and low like creating junk like chocolate, cookies, etc.? What if it doesn't sell? Regardless of the shareholders' disgruntlement and rejections, Zenos went on to launch the product with his resources. Even though Heart was just a product that was launched in less than one month with no advertisement made, it broke world record sales and became the nation's favorite and the most expected snack brand in the country in less than a month! By then, the shareholders who all went against it could only bite their fingers in regret. Seeing the huge profits that
"Zen, you can back out and let me bid.” Hayden smacked his lips together and raised his head to stare at Zenos seriously; his actions of helping Zenos fix the apron came to a pause.Hayden saying this… It's not that Hayden looked down on or underestimated Zenos' ability to make a turducken. After all, Zen is the best, and Zen is a multi-talented genius.It's just that Zenos has been busy dealing with company work since the past week, and Zenos doing this means that Zenos won't be able to complete the work he had to do during this time.This means that Zenos has extended his work, and the time Zenos is supposed to spend resting will be spent completing the work.Furthermore, judging by the details on the web and cooking recipes, Turducken requires focus and patience, which means that at the end of the day, Zenos will be tired.Zenos is already busy dealing with work, and Hayden has been trying to make Zenos rest; the thought of adding Turducken to all this chaos doesn't sit well with H